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Tips for Writing Historical Marker Inscriptions

Read about techniques to help you develop a well-written historical marker inscription.
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How to Write Effective Opinion Pieces about Historic Preservation

Learn strategies for responding to community misunderstandings and “bad press”
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How to Alert the Media about Your Historic Preservation Event

Use press releases and media advisories to alert the media about your historic preservation group's newsworthy events.
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Writing a Process Paper

National History Day in Wisconsin
Learn about how to write the process paper for NHD.
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Historical Paper Category Guide for NHD (PDF)

Student Guides to NHD
Learn about creating a National History Day historical research paper
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About the Book of Merit Award

Submission Guidelines
The Wisconsin Historical Society invites submissions for the Society's annual Book of Merit Award, awarded in June of each year.
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How to Avoid Committing Slander and Libel in Your Advocacy Group's Communications

Get tips on how to handle communications when opponents to your cause become unpleasant.
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Contributor Guidelines

How To Submit Manuscripts to Wisconsin Magazine of History
Learn the guidelines for proper submission of manuscripts to be considered for publication in Wisconsin Magazine of History.
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How to Choose Effective Speakers to Deliver Your Historic Preservation Advocacy Message

Your advocacy group's message for historic preservation will have more impact if the people who deliver know how to be clear, rational, and appealing.
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About the Genealogy-Family History Book Award

Submission Guidelines
The Wisconsin Historical Society and the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society invite nominations of published genealogies of Wisconsin families.
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About the Museum Exhibit Awards

Submission Guidelines
The Wisconsin Historical Society invites nominations for its Museum Exhibit Awards
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How to Attract Good Publicity for Historic Preservation by Thinking Like a Journalist

Preservation is very much about people, and many reporters are looking for human-interest stories that inspire others. Learn how to create those stories.
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How to Make a Persuasive Public Statement for Historic Preservation

Your public statement for historic preservation must do two things: be highly persuasive, and draw listeners into your cause.
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How to Ask People to Give Money to Your Nonprofit Organization

Asking for money is never easy, but these tips suggest some easy ways to ask people to support your nonprofit organization.
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FAQs About Intellectual Property Rights for Historic Preservation Organizations

Get answers to some common questions about intellectual property for historic preservation organizations.
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Why Your Advocacy Group Might Want to Hire a Public Relations Professional

When your advocacy group is feeling the pinch of its small labor force, a public relations professional can be a good investment.
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How to Establish Operations Best Practices for Your New Nonprofit Organization

When you start a new nonprofit organization, you must not overlook some mundane but important operating practices.
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How to Apply for a Wisconsin Historical Marker

Anyone can apply for a Wisconsin State Historical Marker by submitting a completed application form. Read how to do it step-by-step.
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Working with Professionals, Volunteers, and Students

Chapter 4: Starting a Preservation Commission, Page 5 of 5

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